Brenton Strange Injury News & Updates

Strange (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Since the Jaguars designated Strange for return from injured reserve Wednesday, he logged a pair of limited practices before sitting out Friday's session. It's unclear if he may have tweaked the quad injury that has sidelined him since Week 6, but he at least isn't a candidate to be activated for Week 11 action. Among tight ends on Jacksonville's active roster, Hunter Long (hip/knee) also won't play Sunday, leaving Johnny Mundt and Quintin Morris as the options at the position.

Strange (hip) was limited in his return to practice Wednesday, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Meanwhile, fellow TE Hunter Long (hip/knee) -- who was inactive in Week 10 -- was unable to practice Wednesday. Strange now has two more chances to upgrade his participation level before the Jaguars post injury designations ahead of Sunday's game against the Chargers. In any case, Strange would need to be activated from IR by Saturday afternoon in order to have a chance to see his first game action since Oct.6. Prior to being sidelined, Strange recorded a 20/204/0 receiving line line on 24 targets in five contests.

The Jaguars announced Wednesday that Strange (quadriceps) has been designated for a return to practice from IR.

Strange's practice window is opening at the earliest eligible date, as he's already missed four games since having been placed on IR due to a quadriceps injury, and had the benefit of Jacksonville's bye in Week 8 to further rest. The top tight end could return to action as early as Sunday versus the Chargers, though in order to do so Strange could have to log full practice activity right off the bat. Brian Thomas (ankle) and No. 2 tight end Hunter Long (hip) were both unavailable Week 10 versus Houston.

Jaguars head coach Liam Coen said Monday that Strange (quadriceps) will have his 21-day practice window opened Week 11, Ryan O'Halloran of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Strange has missed Jacksonville's last four games while on IR, but it he'll get back on the practice field in at least a limited capacity in advance of Sunday's matchup against the Chargers. It remains to be seen whether Strange could be a candidate to return to the starting lineup in time to face Los Angeles, however. Once fully cleared, Strange will resume operating as the Jaguars' top tight end, a role that Hunter Long (hip) had filled before an injury forced him to remain sidelined Week 10 versus the Texans.

Strange (quadriceps) is expected to miss at least five weeks due to a quadriceps and hip injury that includes a ligament tear, NFL Insider Jordan Schultz reports.

Strange was already facing an absence of at least four weeks after being placed on injured reserve Tuesday, so this update doesn't significantly change his return timeline, though it provides clarity on the nature of his injury. Schultz adds that Strange isn't expected to need surgery on the injury Strange suffered in Monday's win over Kansas City.

The Jaguars placed Strange on injured reserve Tuesday due to a quadriceps injury, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Strange sustained what the Jaguars had previously labeled as a hip injury with just over four minutes remaining in the first half of Monday's 31-28 win over the Chiefs, resulting in his early exit from the contest. After undergoing further testing, Strange has now been diagnosed with a quad issue that will keep him out multiple games, though Garafolo relays that the Jaguars anticipate that the tight end has avoided a season-ending injury and will be able to return in around a month. Despite playing just 22 snaps in Monday's win, Strange leads the Jaguars with 20 catches through five games and has produced 204 receiving yards and no touchdowns. His absence should open up more opportunities at tight end for Johnny Mundt and Hunter Long.

Strange has been ruled out from returning to Monday's game against the Chiefs, John Oehser of the Jaguars' official site reports.

Strange suffered the injury in the first half and was briefly checked in the medical tent was also spotted riding a stationary bike. He never appeared close to returning thereafter, as he was spotted on the sideline without his helmet to begin the second half. The severity of the injury is not yet clear.

Strange is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Chiefs due to a hip injury, John Oehser of the Jaguars' official site reports.

Strange made one catch for 22 yards in the first half, good for second on the team. The severity of the injury is unclear, though his absence would leave a significant void in the Jacksonville offense if he cannot return.

Strange brought in six of seven targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 26-21 win over the 49ers.

Strange finished in a tie with WR Brian Thomas for the lead in team targets (seven) while leading his club with six receptions in a solid overall effort. The 24-year-old Strange has produced 19 receptions for 182 yards through four starts, nearly matching half of his production across 17 games last season (40-411-2). Strange has quietly entered the starting conversation at a shallow fantasy position as the Jaguars prepare to face the Chiefs on Monday Night Football in Week 5.

Strange brought in six of seven targets for 61 yards in the Jaguars' 17-10 win over the Texans on Sunday.

Strange led the Jaguars in both receptions and receiving yards on the afternoon with figures that also qualified as season highs for the third-year tight end. Strange has at least four targets in each of the first three games as he takes over what was a high-volume role during Evan Engram's tenure with the team. The 2023 second-round pick appears to have burgeoning chemistry with the inconsistent Trevor Lawrence, and Strange could once again serve as a key target when Lawrence tries to navigate an aggressive 49ers defense in a Week 4 road matchup next Sunday.

Strange secured three of five targets for 17 yads during Sunday's 31-27 loss to Cincinnati.

Strange again operated as Jacksonville's clear No. 1 tight end, playing 90 percent of offensive snaps, but it was wideouts Dyami Brown (5-57-1) and Parker Washington (5-76-0) who stepped up in the receiving game with both Brian Thomas and Travis Hunter held in check for a second straight week. Strange has drawn nine targets through two weeks, enough volume to put him on the radar as a back-end TE1 for fantasy purposes heading into a Week 3 matchup against the Texans.

Strange caught all four of his targets for a team-high 59 yards in Sunday's 26-10 win over the Panthers.

The third-year tight end finished second on the Jaguars in receptions to rookie WR/CB Travis Hunter, but Strange not only led the team in receiving yardage, he was on the other end of Trevor Lawrence's longest completion of the day, a 24-yard toss on the opening drive to help set up a Cam Little field goal. Strange set career-best numbers in 2024 while working behind Evan Engram, but with the veteran now in Denver, he could be poised for a true breakout in 2025. He'll look to build on Sunday's performance on the road in Week 2 against the Bengals.

Strange recorded one reception on one target for 11 yards in Saturday's 31-25 preseason loss to the Steelers.

Strange played one offensive possession with the Jaguars' starting skill-position unit and hauled in his only target over the middle of the field. The offseason departure of Evan Engram leaves Strange as the clear top tight end on the depth chart, though it may be hard for him to be a consistent fantasy contributor due to target competition from the likes of Brian Thomas and Travis Hunter.

Strange has had strong chemistry with quarterback Trevor Lawrence and has been a consistent performer early in training camp, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

The 2023 second-round pick wasn't significantly involved in Jacksonville's passing game as a rookie, but he had a bit of a breakout in 2024 with 40 receptions for 411 yards and two touchdowns in 17 games. Strange is now positioned as the Jaguars' starting tight end after the offseason departure of Evan Engram, and building that chemistry with Lawrence is pivotal after the signal-caller was limited to just 10 games last year. According to John Shipley of SI.com, the Jaguars plan to give their starters some playing time in Saturday's preseason opener against Pittsburgh, though it remains to be seen how long the units actually remain in the game.

Strange is operating as the Jaguars' starting tight end at training camp, Paul Bretl of USA Today reports.

This comes as zero surprise following Evan Engram's offseason departure to Denver, but it was noteworthy that Jacksonville did very little at the tight end position during the offseason, opting to only add depth-type blockers Johnny Mundt, Hunter Long and Quintin Morris. Strange started eight regular-season games that Engram missed last season, totaling 29-285-2 receiving in those contests. Strange is a popular late-round pick at tight end in early fantasy drafts this summer.

Strange caught all four of his targets for 60 yards in Sunday's 26-23 overtime loss to the Colts.

It was a nice bounce-back effort from the second-year tight end, who failed to catch his only target in Week 17 against the Titans. Strange started the final four games of the season for the Jaguars with Evan Engram (shoulder) sidelined, catching 17 of 21 targets for 155 yards over that stretch. Engram is expected to be fully healthy to begin Jacksonville's offseason program and has one more year remaining on his current contract, which will likely relegate Strange to a backup role again to begin 2025.

Strange (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Titans after practicing fully Friday, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Strange was deemed limited on Wednesday and Thursday's practice reports, but the tight end's full session Friday paves the way for him to suit up versus Tennessee. With Evan Engram (shoulder) on IR, Strange is in line to remain a key target for QB Mac Jones over his team's last two games this season. After racking up 11 catches for 73 yards on 12 targets in Week 15 against the Jets, Strange turned in a 2-22-0 effort on four targets in a 19-14 loss to the Raiders last weekend. In his current key role in the Jaguars' offense, Strange merits consideration in Week 17 fantasy lineups.

Strange (shoulder) was limited at practice Thursday.

Strange, who was also listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's practice report, has been managing a shoulder issue, but he could approach Sunday's game against the Titans without an injury designation, as he did ahead of Week 16 action despite being limited in practice Wednesday through Thursday. Strange, who racked up 11 catches for 73 yards on 12 targets in Week 15 versus the Jets, is coming off a 2/22/0 effort (on four targets) in the Jaguars' 19-14 loss to the Raiders this past weekend.

Strange (shoulder) was listed as limited on Wednesday's practice report.

Strange was limited ahead of Week 16 action, but didn't end up having a designation for the Jaguars' ensuing loss to the Raiders. Chances are, the tight end's listed limitations Wednesday were maintenance-related, with added context regarding Strange's status for Sunday's game against the Titans set to arrive via Thursday's injury report.

Strange recorded two receptions on four targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 19-14 loss to the Raiders.

Strange failed to carry momentum over from a 12-target performance in Week 15, as he returned to minimal involvement in the Jacksonville offense despite Mac Jones taking to the air 39 times. While his production is split in two games since Evan Engram (shoulder) has been sidelined, Brian Thomas will remain the focal point of the offense while Parker Washington has also seen consistent targets in recent weeks. That leaves Strange as the projected third option in a poor passing offense, limiting his fantasy appeal.

Strange (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Raiders and is expected to play.

Strange was limited in practice all week but is good to go for Week 16. With Evan Engram (shoulder) done for the season, Strange sits atop the depth chart at tight end and is coming off an 11-73-0 receiving line on 12 targets and 82 percent of the offensive snaps last week against the Jets. Strange has consistently produced useful fantasy box scores when Engram has missed games this season, and he gets a juicy matchup Sunday against Las Vegas.

Strange (shoulder) remained limited at practice Thursday.

Per Juston Lewis of the Florida Times-Union, Strange -- who was also limited Wednesday -- sustained an AC joint sprain in last week's loss to the Jets. However, head coach Doug Pederson indicated that the tight end -- who logged 11 catches for 73 yards on 12 targets versus New York -- should be good to go Sunday against the Raiders. Friday's final injury report will reveal whether Strange heads into the weekend with an injury designation or cleared for Week 16 action.

Strange was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder injury.

According to Demetrius Harvey of the Florida Times-Union, head coach Doug Pederson said that Strange sustained an AC joint sprain in last week's 32-25 loss to the Jets. Fortunately for Strange, Pederson said that Strange will be fine to play in Sunday's game at Las Vegas, but he may need to upgrade to full practice participation by Friday to avoid taking a designation into the weekend. After Evan Engram (shoulder) placed on injured reserve last week, Strange stepped in as the Jaguars' top tight end in the loss to New York and turned some heads by recording 11 catches for 73 yards on 12 targets. Strange could struggle to reach that lofty target count again in Week 16, but he should nonetheless represent one of the top options in the passing game for quarterback Mac Jones.

Strange caught 11 of 12 targets for 73 yards in Sunday's 32-25 loss to the Jets.

Strange took over as a short-yardage outlet in the first game since Evan Engram (shoulder) was ruled out for the remainder of the season. The 2023 second-round draft pick put on his best Engram impression, setting career highs in targets, catches and receiving yards. Without an appealing second option behind wide receiver Brian Thomas in Jacksonville's passing game, Strange could maintain a prominent role in Week 16 against a Raiders defense that has struggled to defend tight ends.

Strange is set for a larger role on offense to close out the 2024 campaign, with Evan Engram (shoulder) having announced Friday that he will miss the rest of the season due to a torn labrum, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

Strange has played 40-plus percent of offensive snaps even with Engram available, a workload that bumped up to 70-plus percent of snaps when the veteran missed Week 2 through Week 5. Now, beginning Sunday versus the Jets, Strange will be in position to operate as Jacksonville's top tight end with Mac Jones under center. The second-year pro has compiled 23 catches for 256 yards and two touchdowns on 32 targets so far this season, across 13 appearances.

Strange caught two of three targets for 25 yards during Sunday's 12-7 loss to Minnesota.

Strange finished second on the team in receiving yards, though that's not saying much on a day when fill-in quarterback Mac Jones threw for only 111 yards. The 2023 second-round pick has been occasionally involved in the passing game since the return of starter Evan Engram, but Strange shouldn't be on the fantasy radar while Engram is healthy.

Strange played nine offensive snaps and wasn't targeted during Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Eagles.

The 23-year-old secured a career-high five receptions Week 8 against the Packers, but he was out-snapped by No. 3 tight end Luke Farrell in Sunday's loss. Strange may be occasionally involved in the passing game when Evan Engram is healthy but doesn't have a consistent enough role for fantasy consideration.

Strange corralled all five of his targets for 59 yards in Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Packers.

Strange finished with the most receptions for the Jaguars on Sunday, but it was fellow tight end Evan Engram who produced the better fantasy line (4-36-1). Strange has provided low-end fantasy value as a sophomore and should be treated as such heading into next Sunday's road tilt against the Eagles.

Strange did not draw any targets in Sunday's 32-16 win against the Patriots.

The Jaguars were able to leverage a very run-heavy attack offensively in Week 7, so Strange's snap count (27) actually lagged behind that of blocking specialist Luke Farrell (30). As long as Evan Engram is healthy, Strange won't be anything more than a fantasy dart throw.

Strange caught one of two targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 35-16 loss to the Bears.

Strange faded back into obscurity as Evan Engram led the Jaguars with 10 catches for 102 yards in Engram's return from a hamstring injury. Strange saw an end-zone target despite Engram's presence, but the 2023 second-round pick will be tough to rely on from a fantasy standpoint now that Strange is back in a No. 2 role.

Strange could see a reduction in playing time Sunday against the Bears with Evan Engram (hamstring) active for the first time since Week 1, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

After Engram injured his hamstring in pregame warmups prior to the Jaguars' Week 2 loss to the Browns, Strange has performed admirably as the team's No. 1 tight end over the past four contests, putting together a 12-120-2 receiving line on 18 targets. Though Engram will likely start Sunday's contest, the Jaguars could ease him back in with a lighter snap count than usual, given that he remained a limited participant in practice all week. Even so, the return of Engram is still expected to result in fewer snaps for Strange, whose limited fantasy appeal will likely fall by the wayside.

Strange secured all four of his targets for 24 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 37-34 win against the Colts.

The 2023 second-round pick played 49 of 58 offensive snaps as Evan Engram (hamstring) sat out a fourth straight game after being labeled questionable. Strange wasn't significantly involved in the passing game but still finished tied for third on the team in targets and receptions while tallying his second touchdown of the season. Engram appears to be closing in on his return to game action, at which point Strange should see reduced opportunities as Jacksonville's No. 2 tight end.

Strange secured all three of his targets for 19 yards during Sunday's' 24-20 loss to the Texans.

Strange has drawn three straight starts at tight end with Evan Engram (hamstring) sidelined, once again splitting work with Luke Farrell (zero catches, one target vs. Houston). In that span, Strange has caught eight of 14 targets for 96 yards and one score, numbers that paint the picture of a fringe TE1 or TE2 for fantasy purposes. If Engram is able to get back on the field versus the Colts in Week 5, however, Strange will figure to return to a depth role.

Strange secured two of five targets for 12 yards and a touchdown in the Jaguars' 47-10 loss to the Bills on Monday night.

The second-year tight end capped off the opening possession of the second half with a six-yard touchdown grab, his second career score. Strange was coming off a career-best 3-65 line on six targets against the Browns in Week 2, and he and Luke Farrell once again helped make up for the absence of Evan Engram (hamstring) on Monday night. However, if Engram is able to suit up for Sunday's Week 4 road clash against the Texans, both reserve tight ends figure to return to fantasy irrelevance except in very deep formats.

Strange caught three of six targets for 65 yards during Sunday's 18-13 loss to the Browns.

Starting tight end Evan Engram (hamstring) was a late scratch for Sunday's contest, and Strange took advantage of the opportunity as he more than doubled his career total for receiving yards. The 2023 second-round pick played 41 of 60 offensive snaps and finished second on the team targets. Engram's availability for Week 3 remains up in the air, so there's a chance Strange works as Jacksonville's No. 1 tight end for a second straight week. The latter appears to have the edge for playing time over Luke Farrell, who caught both his targets for 13 yards while playing 28 offensive snaps Sunday.

Strange wasn't targeted during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Dolphins.

The 2023 second-round pick out-snapped Luke Farrell 19 to 14 on offense, but starter Evan Engram was the only Jacksonville tight end to be involved in the passing game. Strange caught five passes for 35 yards and a touchdown in 14 games as a rookie last year, and he's again opened 2024 in a minor role.

Strange wasn't targeted against the Titans in Week 18 and finished the season with five catches for 35 yards and a touchdown in 14 games.

The rookie second-round pick's first year in the NFL wasn't a particularly notable one, as he worked as Jacksonville's No. 3 tight end all season. Both Evan Engram and Luke Farrell remain under contract in 2024, so Strange may need a strong offseason and training camp in order to move up the depth chart.

Strange (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

The tight end missed the Jaguars' last three games and was limited in practice throughout the week. Strange enters Sunday's contest as Jacksonville's third tight end behind Evan Engram and Luke Farrell. Strange has four catches for 34 yards and a touchdown on 246 offensive snaps this season.

Strange (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

The rookie tight end out of Penn State was limited all week in practice after missing Jacksonville's last three games with this foot issue, and he's now got a shot at suiting up in Week 16. Even if Strange is able to play Sunday, he'd likely see minimal work on offense, as he's behind both Evan Engram and Luke Farrell on the Jaguars' depth chart.

Strange (foot) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.

Strange has missed the Jaguars' last three games due to a foot issue, and he's now limited to begin the team's new week of practice. He'll likely need to practice in full Thursday or Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

Strange (foot) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Strange was questionable for Sunday's matchup but will be forced to miss a third consecutive game due to his foot injury. However, he was a limited participant in practice all week, and it's possible he returns to action soon.

Strange (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Ravens, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Strange was a limited participant in all three practices this week and has a chance to return from a two-game absence. If he does play, he'll return to his role operating on special teams and as a run-blocking tight end behind Evan Engram and Luke Farrell.

Strange (foot) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday.

Strange has missed the Jaguars' past two games due to a foot injury, and he didn't practice at all last week. His ability to get in a limited session on the first day of Week 15 prep suggests that he's making progress, but the tight end's chance of returning to action against Baltimore on Sunday could hinge on how much he's able to practice the rest of the week. When healthy, Strange has had a fairly significant role as a blocker, but he's totaled just four catches on seven targets for 34 yards and one touchdown over 11 games.

Strange (foot) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns.

Head coach Doug Peterson told reporters Friday that Strange wasn't expected to suit up this weekend, and he's since been officially ruled out for Sunday's affair. With Strange missing his second consecutive game in Week 14, Luke Farrell will serve as the Jaguars' lone backup tight end behind Evan Engram.

Coach Doug Pederson said Friday that Strange (foot) is not expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Browns, John Shipley of SI.com reports.

Strange couldn't play Monday versus the Bengals and he will now likely have to miss a second straight contest. If Strange can't play Sunday, his next chance to take the field will come Week 15 versus Baltimore.

Strange (toe) was a non-participant during practice Wednesday, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.

Strange was unable to suit up Monday against the Bengals, and the rookie tight end continues to be sidelined as the team turns its focus toward Week 14. The Penn State product will have another opportunity to get back on the field Thursday, which he may need to make happen if he's going to suit up Sunday against the Browns.

Strange (foot) is inactive for Jacksonville's game versus the Bengals on Monday.

Strange will now miss the first game of his rookie campaign after nursing a foot injury in practice all week. With Strange out, the Jaguars elevated Josh Pederson from the practice squad to provide depth behind Evan Engram and Luke Farrell.

Strange (foot) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday night's game against the Bengals, Michael DiRocco of ESPN.com reports.

Strange seems to be trending towards not playing in Monday night's affair, as he's gone from limited participation at Friday's practice to a DNP on Saturday. With both Strange and Luke Farrell (toe) potentially missing Week 13, Evan Engram is the only tight end on Jacksonville's roster without an injury designation.

Strange (foot) was a limited participant in Friday's practice.

The rookie tight end out of Penn State could be in jeopardy of missing Monday night's contest, as he seems to be nursing a foot issue. Strange has seen minimal work on Jacksonville's offense thus far, catching four of his seven targets for 34 yards and one touchdown. He'll likely carry an injury designation into Monday night's affair.

Strange caught two of three targets for 27 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 37-20 win over Indianapolis.

The rookie second-round pick had just two catches for seven yards across the first five games of the season, but he played a season-high 55 percent of Jacksonville's offensive snaps Sunday. He saw similar playing time as fellow reserve tight end Luke Farrell, while Evan Engram remains the clear starter. Strange could work as Jacksonville's No. 2 tight end going forward, but he's unlikely to see much action in the passing game if Engram stays healthy.

Strange played 27 offensive snaps but wasn't targeted during Sunday's 31-21 win against the Colts.

The rookie second-round pick received a fair amount of playing time in his professional debut but was an afterthought in the passing game, with starter Evan Engram being the only Jacksonville tight end to receive any targets. Luke Farrell received a bit more playing time, but neither he or Strange are likely to see much of the ball while Engram remains healthy.

Strange recorded three receptions on four targets for 23 yards in Saturday's 25-7 preseason win over the Lions.

Strange was the second tight end on the field, after incumbent backup Luke Farrell. He ended up getting a significant amount of run late into the second quarter, and his most significant contribution came on a 15-yard gain that was primarily based on work after the catch. For now, Strange appears to be third on the tight end depth chart, though he could jump Farrell prior to the close of the preseason.

The Jaguars selected Strange in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 61st overall.

Evan Engram is coming off a career year, but Jacksonville needed a tight end that offers more as a blocker and Strange can provide that to an extent. The Penn State product checks in at 6-foot-3 and 253 pounds with 4.7 speed and impressive leaping ability for a tight end. He caught 32 passes for 362 yards and five touchdowns as a senior and showed some natural ability in that regard that could translate to the next level. It may take time for him to find a fantasy-relevant role in Jacksonville, however.

The Jaguars selected Strange in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 61st overall.

Evan Engram is coming off a career year, but Jacksonville needed a tight end that offers more as a blocker and Strange can provide that to an extent. The Penn State product checks in at 6-foot-3 and 253 pounds with 4.7 speed and impressive leaping ability for a tight end. He caught 32 passes for 362 yards and five touchdowns as a senior and showed some natural ability in that regard that could translate to the next level. It may take time for him to find a fantasy-relevant role in Jacksonville, however.